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Manny Pacquiao will promote Muhammad Ali’s grandson in Thrilla in Manila 2
Manny Pacquiao is set to celebrate the anniversary of one of Muhammad Ali’s most iconic fights by hosting his own fight night in his native Philippines.
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the third highly entertaining fight between Ali and Joe Frazier, which was dubbed the Manila Thrilla, Pacquiao’s MP Promotions and IBA Pro will host a fight night on October 29 at the same Intelligent Araneta Coliseum in Manila.
Hometown favorite Melvin Jerusalem will defend his WBC minimumweight world title for the third time against Siyakholwa Kuse of South Africa.
“Thrilla in Manila lit a fire in my heart as a child and pushed me to dream substantial,” Pacquiao said.
“Bringing Thrilla in Manila 2 to Manila with IBA Pro is my way of passing on that fire to the next generation.
𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐀 𝐈𝐍 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐋𝐀 𝟐 🇵🇭
Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of “Thrilla in Manila” #Ibapro11 will be held on October 29 at the Araneta Coliseum in cooperation with @MannyPacquiao Promotions 🏆#Box | @Iba_boxing pic.twitter.com/y75QYq4hAo
– Inne.Pro (@iba_pro_boxing) October 9, 2025
“On October 29, we will make history again and the world will feel the heat of Filipino pride!”
Al Siesta, CEO of IBA Pro, said: “Partnering with Manny Pacquiao and MP Promotions for Thrilla in Manila 2 is a game-changer.
“This event combines Manila’s wealthy boxing heritage with the power of global stars, from Melvin Jerusalem’s title defense to Nico Ali Walsh’s historic comeback.
“We are delivering an evening that will delight fans and shake up the boxing world.”
Former world champion Marlon Tapales will also appear on the card, as will Ali’s grandson, Nico Ali Walsh, who will face Patumpong Saengarun of Thailand.
“Fighting in Manila, where my grandfather made history, is a dream come true,” said Ali Walsh.
“I’m using everything I have against Klison to honor that legacy and show the world who I am. Expect fireworks!”
Pacquiao is ready to make his own return to the ring after announcing this week that he will fight on January 24 in Las Vegas.
The 46-year-old ended a nearly four-year layoff in July when he drew with Mario Barrios for the American WBC welterweight title in Las Vegas.
The eight-time welterweight world champion is expected to face WBA welterweight champion Rolly Romero, who defeated Ryan Garcia en route to the event. points to victory in Times Square in May.
Pacquiao’s adviser, Sean Gibbons, confirmed this week that the club wants to sign a contract to fight Romero.
“You can’t deny it’s there,” Gibbons said FightHype.com.
“And that’s the idea, absolutely.”
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Jaron Ennis is the bookmakers’ main favorite to defeat Xander Zayas in their highly anticipated world title clash on Saturday in Brooklyn.
Ennis challenges Zayas for the WBO and WBA super welterweight belts at the Barclays Center live on DAZN pay-per-view.
The undefeated resident of Philadelphia enters the game as the favorite on February 11 Bet365 give the 23-year-old his first professional defeat and become world champion in two weight categories.
“Boots” has stopped 31 of his 35 opponents, including Uisma Lima in his 154-pound debut in October, and is expected to stop the Puerto Rican on 20/21.
The 28-year-old last covered this distance in 2024, and a decision victory is valued at 13/2.
Even though Zayas has taken over as unified champion, he is an underdog Bet365 at 15/04.
Man from San Juan defeated Abass Baraou by split decision will add the WBA belt to his WBO crown in January and his best chance of victory is rated at 13/2 by decision, while success in the shock break is rated at 14/1.
Full Bet365 odds
The result of the fight
- Xander Zayas will win the fight: 15/4
- Xander Zayas by KO/TKO/DQ: 14/1
- Xander Zayas by decision or technical decision: 13/2
- Jaron Ennis will win the fight: 11/02
- Jaron Ennis by KO/TKO/DQ: 20/21
- Jaron Ennis by decision or technical: 8/5
- Draw or technical draw: 14/1
Round bets
Xander Zayas
- Win in round 1: 100/1
- Win in round 2: 100/1
- Win in round 3: 100/1
- Win in round 4: 100/1
- Win in round 5: 100/1
- To win in round 6: 100/1
- To win in round 7: 80/1
- To win in round 8: 80/1
- To win round 9: 66/1
- To win in round 10: 66/1
- To win round 11: 66/1
- To win in round 12: 80/1
- To win by decision or technical decision: 6/1
Jaron Ennis
- To win round 1: 80/1
- Win in round 2: 50/1
- Win in round 3: 40/1
- To win in round 4: 28/1
- To win in round 5: 20/1
- To win in round 6: 16/1
- Win in round 7: 12/12
- To win in round 8: 1/11
- To win in round 9: 10/1
- To win in round 10: 10/1
- To win in round 11: 10/1
- To win in round 12: 1/11
- Win by Decision or Technical Decision: 7/4
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On Wednesday, Lewis Crocker heads to Australia to defend his IBF welterweight world title against Liam Paro for the first time.
Crocker will face Paro at the Pat Rafter Arena in Queensland, live on DAZN in the UK and Kayo Sports in Australia.
Crocker (22-0, 11 KO) became world champion in September, defeating Paddy Donovan twice before winning the rematch by split decision.
Man from Belfast recorded his second victory over Donovan after the first victory in March last year, and his rival was disqualified for hitting him after the bell.
Paro (27-1, 16 KO) is trying to become a world champion in two weight categories, having previously reigned in the super-lightweight division.
The 30-year-old won the title with a unanimous decision victory over Subriel Matias in Puerto Rico before winning the belt in his first defense against Richardson Hitchins.
The Australian has since won twice, overtaking David Papot in his last appearance in September.
McKean meets Taliva
Heavyweight Demsey McKean will look to continue his rebuild when he faces Liam Talivaa for the vacant IBF Pan Pacific title.
McKean (24-2, 16 KO) had his career cut miniature after a last-round loss to Filip Hrgovic, followed by a brutal first-round loss to Moses Itauma.
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The 35-year-old southpaw returned to winning ways with back-to-back stoppage victories.
Talivaa (8-2, 4 KO) last won the IBF Oceania-Orient title, defeating Faiga Opelu by first-round stoppage.
Undercard remaining
At cruiserweight, Luke Modini (13-0, 11 KO) will likely need distance to beat Peng Qu (17-2-1, 12 KO), while Riley Candy (8-1, 5 KO) could stop Nathan Watson (11-3, 3 KO) at super middleweight.
Vegas Larfield (13-1, 9 KO) can hand Shamal Ram Anuj (11-8, 8 KO) his fourth defeat in a row in a featherweight clash.
Heavyweight Nelson Asofa-Solomon (2-0, 2 KO) can secure a third straight knockout over debutant George Burgess, and Stevan Ivic (8-0-1, 2 KO) can do the same against Caleb Tialu (3-7, 3 KO), also a heavyweight.
Prospective super welterweight fighter Jack Javed (1-0) should overtake Lance McDonald (1-5-1, 1 KO).
The post Lewis Crocker vs. Liam Paro – Gigantic Fight Preview and Predictions appeared first on ProBoxing-Fans.com.
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